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Norway plans 160MW wind farm

NORWAY: The Norwegian government has approved plans by Andmyran Vindpark to build a 160MW wind farm in the north of the country

The Andoy region of Norway is one of the country's most plentiful in wind

The wind farm, in the Andoy region, is dependent on funding from Enova, the government organisation responsible for renewables projects. The first 80MW phase is expected to cost €100million.

The wind farm will be owned by Vindkraft Nord, Norvind and Andmyran. According to reports, the consortium hopes to receive up to 45% of funding from Enova while it is discussions with three manufacturers about a turbine deal.

Norway is something of an enigma when it comes to wind power. It harbours a massive wind resource, has plenty of space for using it, electricity is in short supply where winds are good.

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